uBlock Origin Lite vs AdGuard: Ad Blocker for Safari
Objective comparison powered by Apple verified App Store metrics and quality scores
Official lightweight, permission-less content blocker by Raymond Hill (gorhill).
Powerful, open-source ad and tracker blocker designed specifically for Safari.
Which one should you install?
uBlock Origin Lite offers open-source trust and zero-friction blocking; AdGuard provides richer fine-grained controls.
Choose uBlock Origin Lite if you want 100% open-source purity by legendary developer gorhill with minimal footprint.
Choose AdGuard if you prefer full UI control with dedicated toggle menus directly in Safari toolbar.
Specification Matrix
| Metric | uBlock Origin Lite | AdGuard: Ad Blocker for Safari |
|---|---|---|
| Quality Score | 88 (A) | 92 (A+) |
| Pricing Model | Free | Free |
| Download Size | 47.2 MB | 25.9 MB |
| User Rating | ★ 4.7 (992 条) | ★ 4.8 (100 条) |
| Minimum OS | macOS 18.5+ | macOS 12+ |
| Open Source | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Maintenance Status | Actively Maintained | Actively Maintained |
What Verified Users Say
uBlock Origin Lite
"You da goat!!!"
"Every site fails to load when the extension is activated in a private tab"
AdGuard: Ad Blocker for Safari
"It blocks Youtube ads for a few hours then all of a sudden Youtube videos will not play until I turn off adguard."
"It blocked my ads very well I have no more issues with things showing up all over my browser honorable mention to my old adblocker You did an excellent job but there’s always a hotter product somewhere"